BMW R 1200RS 2016 User Manual

General instructions
The "Maintenance" chapter de-
scribes work involving the check-
ing and replacement of wear
parts that can be performed with
a minimum of effort.
If special tightening torques are
to be taken into account for
assembly, these are listed. An
overview of all required tightening
torques is contained in the
chapter "Technical Data".
Further information about main-
tenance and repair work can be
obtained on DVD through your
authorized BMW Motorrad re-
tailer.
Special tools and thorough spe-
cialized knowledge are required
to carry out some of the work.
If you are in doubt, consult an
authorized workshop, preferably
your authorized BMW Motorrad
retailer.
Tool kit
Standard tool kit
1 Screwdriver handle
Use with screwdriver bit.
Topping up engine oil
( 117).
2 Open-ended wrench
Wrench size: 8/10 mm
Removing battery
( 143).
3 Open-ended wrench
Wrench size: 14
4 Reversible screwdriver in-
sert
Phillips PH1 and Torx T25
4 Remove light sources in
front and rear turn indi-
cators ( 136).
Remove battery cover
( 143).
Reposition windshield
( 79).
5 Torx wrench T40
Front wheel stand
Mount front wheel stand
ATTENTION
Use of the BMW Motorrad
front wheel stand without an
additional center or auxiliary
stand
Component damage cause by
tipping over
Place the motorcycle on the
center stand or an auxiliary
stand before lifting it with the
BMW Motorrad front wheel
stand.
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BMW R 1200RS 2016 Specifications

General

Displacement	1170 cc
Bore x Stroke	101 mm x 73 mm
Max Torque	125 Nm at 6, 500 rpm
Compression Ratio	12.5:1
Fuel System	Electronic intake pipe injection
Final Drive	Shaft drive
ABS	BMW Motorrad ABS
Top Speed	Over 200 km/h
Traction Control	Standard
Tires Front	120/70 ZR17
Tires Rear	180/55 ZR17
Max Power	125 hp (92 kW) @ 7750 rpm
Transmission	6-speed
Frame	Two-section frame, front- and bolted-on rear frame
Rear Suspension	Cast aluminium single-sided swing arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever
Front Brakes	Dual disc brake, diameter 320 mm, 4-piston calipers
Rear Brakes	Single disc brake, diameter 276 mm, 2-piston caliper
Seat Height	820 mm
Fuel Capacity	18 liters
Dry Weight	231 kg
Wheelbase	1530 mm
Engine Type	Air/liquid-cooled four-stroke flat twin engine, double overhead camshaft, one balance shaft